What is seborrheic keratosis?
When patients visit the practice of Dr. Mary Lupo, they are often looking for answers to their specific needs and concerns. Growths that look similar to warts may not actually be warts, which is why an evaluation and proper diagnosis from a Board-certified dermatologist is necessary for seeing effective and long-lasting treatment. If a noncancerous skin growth appears and has the color of brown, black, or light tan, it may be diagnosed as seborrheic keratosis. Some patients develop these in their later years, and it may just be one or several. This is a growth that is similar to a wart but is harmless and not contagious. However, these elevated scaly surface bumps may be in an area of the body that causes it to become irritated or may be unsightly, which is often when our patients will ask about treatment for removal.What removal methods are available?
At the Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology, Dr. Lupo encourages patients to ask about removal options including:- Freezing
- Burning
- Scraping
Which treatment is right for me?
The treatment that is best for a patient will be determined during a consultation appointment with our board-certified dermatologist.Is treatment effective?
Absolutely! Our team is dedicated to ensuring patients have access to the treatment options that will work best for their specific and unique needs. We want our patients to be educated in the treatments available so they can make a knowledgeable choice for their skin and body.What can I expect during my appointment?
First, patients are evaluated by our dermatologist to decide what the concern is and how it should be handled. Then, patients speak to their provider about the ways they can treat the problem. Patients often move forward during the same appointment with removal, whether it be freezing, burning, or scraping. Patients may also choose their solution based on how long it will take for removal.Schedule your visit with Dr. Mary Lupo today!
At the Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology, patients in and around the New Orleans, LA area have access to solutions for the skin, hair, nails, and body. Contact us today by calling (504) 777-3047 or emailing us at info@drmarylupo.com.
Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology
Mary P. Lupo, M.D. - Connect on Linkedin
Our mission at the Lupo Center is to provide patients with innovative, effective, and ethical care to make each person look and feel their personal best. To fulfill our goal, we provide state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatments to all patients.
Board-certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology Mary P. Lupo, MD, has been a leader in the field of non-surgical rejuvenation since 1983. She travels internationally to teach her innovative techniques, and her reputation brings in patients from around the country. She started the first formal residency training program for injectables and peels in 1983 at Tulane Medical School and served as past president of the Women’s Dermatologic Society, adjunct professor of dermatology at Tulane, and a founder of Cosmetic Boot Camp. Dr. Lupo holds membership in many prestigious dermatology associations, participates in clinical trials for the approval of new drugs and devices, and acts as an advisor for numerous aesthetic-minded companies.
Dr. Lupo was recently recognized as a trailblazer for women in dermatology and for her dedication to educating dermatology residents and fellows.
She has also received the following awards:
- 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - Recognizes full-time academicians who have dedicated their careers to educating dermatology residents and fellows;
- 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐦𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐝, 𝐌𝐃 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 and 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 - Recognizes dermatologists of national prominence who have been trailblazers for women in some aspect of dermatology.
Dr. Lupo has authored over 90 published articles and book chapters and has spoken on various dermatological topics at nearly 480 national and international meetings and seminars.
